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Maximum programming flexibility

The performance of a modern machine tool depends not only on a well-designed machine construction but also to a large
degree on the CNC control. TRAUB already realized this early on, which is why they have been developing their own
control concepts that are setting new standards.

Easy and quick creation as well as optimization of programs using integrated programming techniques on an external PC
workstation or directly at the machine using the same functions.
Advanced and intelligent drive concept
• 64-bit RISC high-performance processor
• Ultra-fast drive network via optical fiber
• Extremely short block reading times
• Shortest gauging circuit cycle time
• Absolute measuring systems, therefore no referencing necessary
• Extremely high reliability

Ergonomic control unit with powerful PC and multi-touch display

The pivoting operating panel designed specifically for the needs of the “user” offers top-edge
convenience for programming, simulating, setting up and operating the machine. The layout
and the functions of the user interface are designed for the use of touch capabilities with
gesture technology and for menu operation via keys.
• 15” multi-touch flat screen
• USB and Ethernet ports
• Handwheel / full ASCII keyboard
• Short-stroke keys for quick data entry and safe setup
• Confirm key on the cable for mobile operation
• Depending on the operating side, installation on the left-hand side or right-hand side

Prepared and ideally equipped for Industry 4.0 as standard

The “touch select screen” and standard functions and interfaces available in the control allow
easy integration of the machine in the respective production environment as well as quick
access to production information and custom applications directly on the control screen.
• Remote access through VNC display of on-screen information on a tablet/smartphone
• Display and control of any applications via Virtual Network Computing (VNC), which run
on a computer in the corporate network.
• Integrated browser for web applications as standard
• Display of manufacturing information via PDF viewer
• Note functions, for example, to store information for setup engineers
• Installation of third-party software on a gateway computer in the control cabinet of the
machine (option)

See more details on the Industry 4.0 features on page 10.

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Programming and optimization

Quick and flexible creation and

optimization of programs

• Easy-to-use, interactive plain

text-supported NC block input
• Extended DIN 66025 format
• The graphic contour input via the
TRAUB geometry processor facilitates
the input in the case of incompletely
dimensioned drawings by means of
the clear, interactive guidance
• Upward compatible with all TRAUB
control units

Extensive canned cycles and

functions

• Predefined standard functions such as

initialization or picking up/cutting off
• Only few inputs are needed for
a complete program section
• User interface in the language
of the “user”
• Graphical, object-oriented input
screens
• The sequence and the dialog screens
of the functions can be customized

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Safe synchronization of multiple
subsystems and parallel dynamic
simulation

• Easy toggling between interactive

dialog and NC programming modes
at any time when creating a program
• All inputs in the dialog are immedi-
ately available in an NC program
• Optimizations in the NC program are
fed back to the dialog

Powerful milling packages (option)

Machining strategies with the latest

technology to reduce cycle times and
tool paths through continuous en-
gagement of the cutter. The time-chip
volume is considerably increased.
Increase of tool life through better use
of the tool cutting edge and reduced
tool load. Easy and quick creation of
NC programs.
• Thread milling with MRC (conical
and cylindrical)
• Helical contour milling
• Trochoidal milling
• Streamline milling (spiral milling
between two contours)
• Torx milling (T6-T100)

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Simulation and control

Graphical dynamic process simulation

Each input can be checked immediately in

the simulation run. The simulation can be
started at any position and run forward and
backward. Even direct inputs and program
optimization during the simulation run are
possible.

3D simulation and collision detection in the machine or externally with WinFlexIPS Plus (option)

• Production-ready programs already during program creation

• Step-by-step parallel programming and simulation possible
• Extremely easy synchronization of machining sequences including up to 4 subsystems
• Cycle-time optimization already during programming
• Planning and optimizing the setup procedure according to the real machine
• 3D simulation and calculation collision check provide for additional safety

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Easy setup, configuration and operation

Using the machine’s potentials

The configuration and setup functions must

be optimally supported by the control. This
offers decisive potentials for improvement,
which have a significant effect on the
machine’s productivity.
The TRAUB TX8i-s V7 control ideally provides
you with the required support. For example,
in tool gauging with optical TRAUB ATC.

Running in and optimization

• Clear representation of programs, axis positions and machine states

• Extensive program test functions (dry run, graphical simulation, direct entry, setup)
• Safe input and correction of tool data
• Quick program access for setup and optimization (SETUP)

Graphical support in machine setup

• Reduction of setup times through

object-oriented setup dialogs

Visualization of important functions

• Work clamping on the main spindle and

counter spindle
• Ejection position of the workpiece
• Bar position
• Workpiece handling unit
• Remnant handling

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Control functionality and process safety

Quick re-entry

• Resume the program at any block

• Block search
• Tool inspection cycle

Tool monitoring
TRAUB AWUE (option)

• Highly sensitive tool breakage and tool

wear monitoring
• No additional sensors required
• Easy-to-use, for example, through
automatic generation of limiting curves
• Live monitoring –
Any deviations of the actual monitoring
from the learning curve are displayed live

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Overload and collision monitoring
Additional safety feature – electronic quick retraction

• Active on all TRAUB machines

• Minimizes damage to the machine
• Active counter control in case of malfunction
• Response time in the millisecond range by intelligent servo amplifier
• More effective than mechanical safety systems

Response time
< 1 ms

Electronic quick retraction

TRAUB remote access

• Retrieve and view the current machine status

and view the control screen by TRAUB remote
access on your tablet or smartphone

TRAUB Messenger (option)

• Automatic notification at defined

machine states by email

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Fit for Industry 4.0 – paperless production

Standard functions and interfaces available in the control enable easy integration of the machine in the respective production
environment. You have quick access to production information and custom applications that are displayed directly on the
control screen.

Extended functions (excerpt):

Integrated browser for web applications

Configuration information / setup sheet
as standard

Remote access display on tablet/smartphone

Workpiece drawings
Display/control of applications via VNC

Job documentation, display of production

Instructions & function documentation
information

Note feature,
Custom documents
for example, for storing information

Process interfaces / automation interfaces

TRAUB MDE/BDE interface OPC UA – the basic interface for Industry 4.0

Data generated on the machine are selectively logged and OPC UA runs over Ethernet on TCP/IP, HTTP and complies
made available for external evaluations. The data, which may with all the essential features of an I4.0-component:
contain also information from the NC-program, is stored on • Operating system and platform independence
the control PC. • Compliant communication (SOA) compliant semantics
Access is via a browser over the Internet or a shared net- • Security and safety
work computer (HTTP Get command). • Identifiability, nesting capability

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Diagnostics, maintenance and support

• Permanent recording of relevant analog and digital signals
and data
• These can be represented at any time with correct
temporal reference and compared to other recordings
• Alarm messages with detailed information are issued
• Quick troubleshooting

Optimum support in maintenance

• Automatic reminder of maintenance intervals and their
acknowledgement
• Maintenance information and instructions are stored

Graphical “wiring diagram diagnostics” assists in fast

identification of any defective components
• Quick search for components that are associated with
alarm messages of the control
• Intelligent algorithms determine the components which
could be the cause of the alarm messages
• Convenient search functions show the corresponding
components graphically in the wiring diagram of
the corresponding machine immediately on the screen

Qualified training

• Qualified product training held by competent staff members

• Theory in training rooms equipped with advanced PC
technology
• Practical operator training in small groups
• Training directly at the production machine
• Courses for maintenance and service

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18087-280 Sorocaba - SP 00710 Helsinki
Phone +55 15 2102 6017 Phone +35 8 108432001
[email protected] [email protected]
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CHINA // Shanghai FRANCE // Paris

INDEX Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. INDEX France Sarl
No. 18 Gu Fang Rd Avenue du Québec / Z.A. de Courtabœuf
Shanghai 201102 91941 Les Ulis Cedex
Phone +86 21 54176637 Phone +33 1 69187676
[email protected] [email protected]
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CHINA // Dalian FRANCE // Bonneville

INDEX DALIAN Machine Tool Ltd. INDEX France Sarl
17 Changxin Road 399, Av. de La Roche Parnale
Dalian 116600 74130 Bonneville Cedex
Phone +86 411 8761 9788 Phone +33 4 50256534
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5550 Langeskov 0204 Oslo
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73730 Esslingen 16308 Spånga
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73779 Deizisau Malacky 901 01
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73262 Reichenbach Noblesville, IN 46060
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Hahn & Tessky
Plochinger Straße 92
73730 Esslingen

Phone +49 711 3191-0

Fax +49 711 3191-587
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